Nicholas Paul Mazzola, 26, of Derry, NH, passed away Tuesday June 28, 2022, in Derry, NH. He was born on September 21, 1995 in Derry, NH, a son of Peter and Lila (Shotwell) Mazzola, and had been a lifelong resident of Derry. Nicholas was a graduate of Pinkerton Academy, Class of 2013 and worked with his father as a carpenter for Lorenzo Construction. Nick was always willing to help others better themselves and put his family and friends first. Nick lived in the present and valued personal time around those he loved, with a strong faith and a desire to learn. Self-educated, Nick taught himself many skills and studied from his collection of books, most importantly his Encyclopedia Britannica set. Nick enjoyed learning from others as well, by making connections and pursuing genuine conversations. Nick will be loved and remembered for his kindness, humor and sincerity.
In addition to his parents of Derry, Nicholas is also survived by his brother Michael Mazzola of Newmarket, NH, his paternal grandparents Paul and Pauline Mazzola of Salem, NH, and his girlfriend Julie Carbone of Derry, NH, as well as many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family. He was predeceased by his older brother Peter Mazzola in 2015 and his maternal grandfather William Shotwell.
Following cremation, private calling hours will be held by the family. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated for the public on Wednesday July 6, 2022 at 10:00am in the St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 26 Crystal Avenue, Derry, NH. The burial will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery, E. Derry Road, East Derry, NH. Mask usage is optional.